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A reflection of the Capitol in Washington, D.C., is seen in a window Nov. 4, 2022.

This week in Congress: Budget deal remains elusive as shutdown looms

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Dec. 12, 2022.

By Leo Shane III

10 months ago

Congress to vote on $12.3 billion Ukraine aid package

The bill grants the White House request for $7.5 billion in military assistance to Ukraine and another $4.5 billion in economic support.

By Bryant Harris

12 months ago

Nearly 9% boost for defense spending next year under new Senate plan

But Senate Republicans say the total still isn't enough to cover military needs.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

14 months ago

Budget deal would fully fund Defense Department, add $13.6 billion in Ukraine aid

Lawmakers hope to finalize the spending plan within the next week.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

19 months ago

White House seeks $3.5 billion for Pentagon in Ukraine response package

The White House told Congress it will need $6.4 billion in new funding to respond to Russia’s war on Ukraine, including $3.5 billion for the Pentagon and other funds to support Eastern European allies with security assistance and humanitarian aid.

20 months ago

Senate appropriators back 5 percent boost in defense spending for FY22

The plan is about $24 billion more than the White House request, but is in line with spending totals backed by conservatives and moderate Democrats in Congress.

By Leo Shane III

24 months ago